Serving 467 students in grades 6-8, Wood River Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wood River Middle School's student population of 467 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wood River Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood River Middle School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood River Middle School's ranking?
Wood River Middle School is ranked #346 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Wood River Middle School?
467 students attend Wood River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Wood River Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wood River Middle School?
Wood River Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wood River Middle School offer ?
Wood River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wood River Middle School part of?
Wood River Middle School is part of Blaine County School District.
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